6″ Forest Master Cordless Electric Chainsaw, FM-CS6
- Affected
- A cordless chainsaw with lithium battery pack and charging cable.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is inadequately earthed.
- What to do
- The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Machinery – Cordless Electric Chainsaw |
|---|---|
| Brand | Forest Master |
| Barcode | 5060737443674 |
| SKU | FM-CS6 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A cordless chainsaw with lithium battery pack and charging cable. |
| Product Report and Image |
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire as the transformer was of poor build quality and the primary and secondary windings were found to be touching. This potentially presents hazards of fire, explosions and/or electric shock.
The fuse on the plug did not contain ballast and was considered to be counterfeit. Whilst the user is using the product, a failure in the electrical system may occur, and the counterfeit fuse may fail to prevent fire and explosion causing the user to receive burns.
This product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 and the Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD number: 2409-0144
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 3 October 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.